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People Are Talking: Susurrus People Are Talking: Susurrus

David Leddy’s Susurrus runs for the entire month at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens. What did you think? Help others understand what the experience is like. Check back frequently and subscribe to comments to follow the conversation all month long.

Question of the Month: What are Your Summer Arts Plans? Question of the Month: What are Your Summer Arts Plans?

We’d love to know what arts activities your summer plans include? Are you going to Europe to see the Edinburgh Festival? Up to Stratford? Or staying closer to home for the Ann …

People Are Talking About…Breakin’ Curfew People Are Talking About…Breakin’ Curfew

The talent, the energy, and the artistry of up-and-coming teen performers — that’s what Breakin’ Curfew is all about. What did you think about this year’s production?

People Are Talking About…”The Habit of Art” People Are Talking About…”The Habit of Art”

The delayed transmission of the live broadcast of Alan Bennett’s “The Habit of Art” was presented in partnership with the Michigan Theater, one of three such productions this year. We’d love to know what you thought of it.

People Are Talking About…The Rest is Noise People Are Talking About…The Rest is Noise

Alex Ross’ acclaimed book The Rest is Noise comes to life with help from pianist Ethan Iverson at Rackham Auditorium. Iverson has described this performance as “book recital” and we’re wondering what people thought about that idea?